Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Honours) in Actuarial Science in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
|
Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
20,500
(c. USD27,453.81)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Actuarial science equips you with skills to transform risks into advantages. Actuaries evaluate financial security systems, emphasizing their intricate nature, mathematical foundations, and operational processes. Graduates enjoy competitive entry-level salaries, typically exceeding £30,000 on average.
Our BSc Actuarial Science programme invites you to explore your enthusiasm for mathematics and applied problem-solving. Combining rigorous mathematical training with insights into financial realities and technical computing abilities, we equip you with fundamental competencies for launching an actuarial career. You'll master the theoretical frameworks and practical techniques professionals use to mitigate financial risks in high-stakes environments across sectors like commerce, government, insurance, and finance.
Industry practitioners from leading firms such as AXA and Buck Consultants enhance our employability curriculum, offering workplace visits that demonstrate real-world actuarial challenges.
BSc Actuarial Science graduates typically pursue actuarial roles across various sectors. According to US Labor Department projections, actuarial employment will outpace most other professions, presenting exceptional graduate opportunities.
Beyond actuarial positions, the programme develops analytical thinkers suited for diverse careers. For additional mathematics career guidance, consult the Council for Mathematical Sciences.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A-levels: ABB, including Mathematics or Further Mathematics.
Please note we are unable to accept A-level Use of Mathematics in place of A-level Mathematics
IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 665. Either must include Higher Level Mathematics grade 5. We will accept 5 in either Higher Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Higher Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
You may be considered for entry into Year 1 of your chosen course. Alternatively, some UK and EU applicants may be considered for Essex Pathways, an additional year of study (known as a foundation year/year 0) helping students gain the necessary skills and knowledge in order to succeed on their chosen course
IELTS - 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, TOEFL IBT - 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Tuition
GBP
20,500